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Drift Fishing Charters
Trophy Trout And Reds
Inshore, Jetty, River in New Smyrna Beach
Inshore, Bridge And Inlet
Galveston Jetty Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing in Narragansett
Tuna
Inshore, Flats Fishing in Cudjoe Key
Nighttime Tarpon Adventure
Inshore, Lake, Flats in Seabrook
Clear Lake Seabrook Special
Everything to Know About Booking a drift fishing charter
Why should I book a drift fishing charter with Captain Experiences?
Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 87 drift fishing trips, and the most popular trips are 4Hr. Afternoon Striped Bass Trip guided by Dirk, Halibut / Striped Bass Combo guided by Christian, and Honing In On Walleye guided by Larry.
Our guides are rated a 4.87 out of 5 based on 5969 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.
All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.
Looking for kid friendly drift fishing guides / fishing lessons? Check out our beginner and family friendly drift fishing guides.
What types of drift fishing charters are common?
Deep Sea fishing is the most popular type of fishing for drift fishing as well as inshore fishing, nearshore fishing, and flats fishing.
The most commonly sought after species for drift fishing are: 1. redfish, 2. speckled trout, 3. kingfish, 4. flounder, and 5. mahi mahi.
How much do drift fishing charters cost?
Prices for drift fishing can range anywhere from about $550 to $3,600, but the average price for a half day trip for drift fishing is $1,072. The average price for a full day trip for drift fishing is $2,361.
Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?
Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.
Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.
Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.
Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.
What month is best for going on a drift fishing charter?
The most popular season to go on a drift fishing charter is summer, and most anglers book their trips 15 days in advance.
Do I need a fishing license and what are the bag limits?
See here for more information on fishing licenses, bag limits, and fishing season regulations. When in doubt, your fishing guide will always know the right rules and regulations.
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